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Limping is a common sign of discomfort in the bones or muscles of your dog, but it can have a variety of causes. In the article below, we will discuss some of the common causes and tips for your vet visit. It's always best to have your pet examined by a veterinarian if you notice Fido limping.

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Purring is the most common sound cats make and what owners are used to. Yet we know less about the unique sound than meowing, hissing, and growling. Many cat owners are taught that cat purrs are to show that the cat is happy, although a cat's meow has more meanings.



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<p dir="auto">If you’ve noticed your cat drooling, you may wonder if it’s normal. Your cat may have left just a little dab, or her chin may be wet with drool. Cats do drool, and it may or may not be normal. This article will discuss cat drooling, and when it’s fine and when your cat should be seen by her veterinarian.</p><p dir="auto">&nbsp;</p><h2 dir="auto" style="line-height: 1.1"><strong>Is Drooling Normal for Cats?</strong></h2><p dir="auto">A happy, relaxed cat may drool, and it’s perfectly normal. These cats probably picked up this behavior early in their kittenhood. When cats are content, it often leads to purring and kneading, which stimulates drooling. When an older cat without a history of drooling suddenly begins to drool, it may be a sign that something is wrong.</p><p dir="auto">It’s also possible for cats to drool from stress. This could be caused by loud noise, car rides, a trip to the vet, or other things the cat finds stressful. This is temporary and should be of little cause for concern.</p><p dir="auto">&nbsp;</p><h2 dir="auto" style="line-height: 1.1"><strong>Abnormal Drooling</strong></h2><p dir="auto">If your cat begins drooling and it’s constant, there may be a health issue behind it. Several medical conditions require veterinary care that could be causing the drooling. Contact your veterinarian.</p><p dir="auto">&nbsp;</p><h2 dir="auto" style="line-height: 1.1"><strong>Reasons For Cats Drooling</strong></h2><p dir="auto">These are some of the most common reasons why cats drool.</p><h3 dir="auto" style="line-height: 1.1"><strong>Pleasure Drooling</strong></h3><p dir="auto">Some cats, when very relaxed and enjoying attention, such as petting and cuddling, may drool. This is a response to their joy. Some felines will drool when they sleep. These are typically indicators of happy cats.</p><h3 dir="auto" style="line-height: 1.1"><strong>Cat Dental Issues</strong></h3><p dir="auto">Mouth pain can have a lot of different reasons, but the most serious are oral masses, tumors, and dental diseases. Cats can suffer quite a bit from dental diseases.</p><p dir="auto">Dental disease in cats (oral inflammation, gum inflammation, cavities, tartar, resorptive tooth disease (loss of enamel coating)) can all cause drooling.</p><p dir="auto">Other signs of&nbsp; cat dental disease/issues include:</p><ul><li><p dir="auto">Bad breath</p></li><li><p dir="auto">Dropping food</p></li><li><p dir="auto">Chewing with their head tilted to the side</p></li><li><p dir="auto">Difficulty eating</p></li><li><p dir="auto">Wanting only soft food</p></li><li><p dir="auto">Blood-tinged saliva</p></li><li><p dir="auto">Weight loss</p></li><li><p dir="auto">Mouth gaping open</p></li><li><p dir="auto">Poor grooming</p></li></ul><p dir="auto">&nbsp;</p><p dir="auto">Other oral issues that can cause drooling:</p><ul><li><p dir="auto">Something stuck in the mouth</p></li><li><p dir="auto">Oral tumor/mass</p></li><li><p dir="auto">Ulcers</p></li><li><p dir="auto">Broken teeth, abscessed teeth</p></li><li><p dir="auto">Chemical irritation</p></li></ul><p dir="auto">&nbsp;</p><p dir="auto">Contact your veterinarian for an exam. Problems with eating will lead to weight loss and a decrease in health.</p><h3 dir="auto" style="line-height: 1.1"><strong>Neurological Disease</strong></h3><p dir="auto">Cats with a neurological disease may drool if their ability to chew food and swallow is compromised. There would most likely be other signs of neurological disease, which could include:</p><ul><li><p dir="auto">Issues with moving the tongue</p></li><li><p dir="auto">Problems picking up food</p></li><li><p dir="auto">Balance issues</p></li><li><p dir="auto">Overall body weakness</p></li></ul><p dir="auto">&nbsp;</p><p dir="auto">Many diseases can cause neurological symptoms. If the cranial nerves are affected, there will be more localized issues that only affect the face. If there’s a health condition encompassing the whole body, there could be signs in multiple areas of the body.</p><h3 dir="auto" style="line-height: 1.1"><strong>Upper Respiratory Viruses</strong></h3><p dir="auto">These respiratory viruses can cause oral ulcers and drooling. In addition to drooling, there may be:</p><ul><li><p dir="auto"><strong>Eye discharge</strong></p></li><li><p dir="auto"><strong>Sneezing</strong></p></li><li><p dir="auto"><strong>Nasal discharge</strong></p></li><li><p dir="auto"><strong>Not eating or drinking as normal</strong></p></li></ul><p dir="auto">&nbsp;</p><p dir="auto">Contact your veterinarian for an exam.</p><h3 dir="auto" style="line-height: 1.1"><strong>Cat Trauma</strong></h3><p dir="auto">Fractures of the skull or jaw, or injuries to the mouth, can cause drooling. Sometimes cats will chew on electrical cords which could result in burns and oral ulcerations that lead to drooling. Contact your veterinarian. Your cat may need pain control and supportive care.</p><h3 dir="auto" style="line-height: 1.1"><strong>Gastrointestinal Blockage</strong></h3><p dir="auto">Excessive drooling may be a result of a foreign body lodged in the mouth, esophagus, or GI tract. The cat may paw at their mouth, try to vomit, and, due to discomfort, will not swallow normally. If a string or ribbon is hanging out of your cat’s mouth, DO NOT pull it out. You can cause serious damage and harm to your cat. Contact your veterinarian immediately.</p><h3 dir="auto" style="line-height: 1.1"><strong>Nausea</strong></h3><p dir="auto">A nauseous cat or a cat that has been vomiting may drool a lot. There are many possible causes for nausea and drooling, from internal parasites to disease.</p><h3 dir="auto" style="line-height: 1.1"><strong>Exposure To Toxins</strong></h3><p dir="auto">Cats can ingest, chew, or lick a poisonous substance and may drool excessively. Some toxic items may be:</p><ul><li><p dir="auto"><strong>Toxic foods</strong></p></li><li><p dir="auto"><strong>Toxic plants</strong></p></li><li><p dir="auto"><strong>Chemicals</strong></p></li><li><p dir="auto"><strong>Pesticides</strong></p></li><li><p dir="auto"><strong>Flea/Tick preventatives are not meant for cats (never use dog medication on a cat. It can be fatal.)</strong></p></li></ul><p dir="auto">If you suspect your cat has been exposed to toxins, contact your veterinarian immediately.</p><h3 dir="auto" style="line-height: 1.1"><strong>Heatstroke</strong></h3><p dir="auto">Cats such as Persians (flat-faced cats) are more likely to suffer heatstroke. Make sure your cat has plenty of water and not too much sun. Common signs that a cat is too hot are restlessness and drooling. Pets can suffer severe heatstroke. There will be an increase in the cat’s body temperature. Heatstroke can shut down a cat’s organs. Do not put off calling your veterinarian. Heatstroke can be deadly.</p><h3 dir="auto" style="line-height: 1.1"><strong>Cancer</strong></h3><p dir="auto">Unfortunately, cats can get cancer. When they develop a cancerous mass in the tongue, mouth, or back of the throat, they may:</p><ul><li><p dir="auto"><strong>Drool</strong></p></li><li><p dir="auto"><strong>Have bad breath</strong></p></li><li><p dir="auto"><strong>Bleed from the mouth</strong></p></li><li><p dir="auto"><strong>Have difficulty eating/swallowing</strong></p></li><li><p dir="auto"><strong>Unable to fully close their mouth</strong></p></li></ul><p dir="auto">&nbsp;</p><h3 dir="auto" style="line-height: 1.1"><strong>Bitter Taste</strong></h3><p dir="auto">Tasting something bitter, like oral medication, can cause a cat to drool, and it can be dramatic.</p><h3 dir="auto" style="line-height: 1.1"><strong>Underlying Condition</strong></h3><p dir="auto">Some diseases can also cause drooling. These diseases are:</p><ul><li><p dir="auto"><strong>Cancer</strong></p></li><li><p dir="auto"><strong>Diabetic ketoacidosis</strong></p></li><li><p dir="auto"><strong>Hyperthyroidism</strong></p></li><li><p dir="auto"><strong>Inflammatory bowel disease</strong></p></li><li><p dir="auto"><strong>Kidney disease</strong></p></li><li><p dir="auto"><strong>Liver disease</strong></p></li><li><p dir="auto"><strong>Pancreatitis</strong></p></li></ul><p dir="auto">&nbsp;</p><p dir="auto">Never ignore drooling if your cat is not a drooler and suddenly starts drooling. Dental issues can put cats in constant pain. Contact your veterinarian and follow their guidance. Cats are very good at hiding signs of illness. Often, by the time you find out something is wrong, your cat is very ill and needs help immediately.</p><p dir="auto">&nbsp;</p><h2 dir="auto" style="line-height: 1.1"><strong>Conclusion</strong></h2><p dir="auto">If your cat doesn’t drool from happiness when being petted and made over, and she suddenly starts drooling, don’t delay calling your veterinarian. Many serious reasons could be behind your cat's sudden proclivity to drool. Your cat could be experiencing painful dental issues, or she could have a serious medical condition that needs treatment. It is your responsibility as a cat parent to get to the source of any new drooling and make sure your cat is healthy and happy. Or to see that she receives any needed treatment for a health problem.</p><p dir="auto"><br></p>

If you have noticed your cat drooling, you may wonder if it's normal. Your cat may have left just a little dab, or her chin may be wet with drool. Cats do drool, and it may or may not be normal. This article will discuss cat drooling, and when it's fine and when your cat should be seen by her veterinarian.



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